Sources Sought- United States Naval Academy - Aruba Wireless Communication System
ID: N00161USNAARUBAType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)
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    Sources Sought- DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE NAVY

    The United States Naval Academy is seeking qualified and experienced sources for a contract to provide Aruba Brand Name Wireless Products. This procurement is for an Aruba Wireless Communication System, which is typically used for wireless communication and networking purposes. The anticipated delivery date for this requirement is 01 February 2024. Interested parties must be authorized Aruba distributors to be considered capable. This is not a solicitation announcement for proposals and a contract will not be awarded from this announcement. The NAICS Code for this requirement is 541519- Other Computer Related Services and the Size Standard is $34.0 Million. Responses to this Sources Sought request should include company information, size of business, estimated Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), SAM registration, capability statement, past performance information, and any other supporting documentation. The deadline for submission is Monday 18 December 2023, 11:00 AM EST.

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